Tag: nuclear_energy
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Governor Sherrill Enacts Power NJ Act to Advance New Nuclear Energy with Ratepayer Safeguards
Governor Mikie Sherrill signed the Power NJ Act, initiating a competitive process for new nuclear energy in New Jersey. The legislation includes strong safeguards to protect ratepayers from costs and overruns, aiming for an affordable, secure, and clean energy future.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyUSAState GovernmentsEconomyEnergyLegal New JerseyGovernor Mikie SherrillNuclear EnergyPower NJ ActEnergy PolicyRatepayer ProtectionClean EnergyOffice of New Jersey Governor
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Governor Sherrill Enacts Power NJ Act, Initiating New Nuclear Energy Procurement with Ratepayer Protections
New Jersey Governor Sherrill signed the Power NJ Act, launching a competitive process for new nuclear energy. The bill includes strong safeguards to protect ratepayers from costs and aims to secure an affordable, reliable, and clean energy future for the…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyUSAState GovernmentsEconomyEnergyArtificial IntelligenceLegal New JerseyGovernor Mikie SherrillNuclear EnergyPower NJ ActRatepayersEnergy PolicyLegislationOffice of New Jersey Governor
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NRC Proposes Major Overhaul of Nuclear Project Environmental Reviews
The NRC proposes a major update to its environmental review process, streamlining licensing for new nuclear projects. This modernization focuses reviews on key impacts, expands categorical exclusions, and aims for more timely and predictable outcomes, while maintaining environmental protections.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsEnvironmentEnergyLegal Nuclear Regulatory CommissionEnvironmental ReviewNuclear EnergyLicensingRegulatory ReformExecutive Order 14300Public CommentU.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)
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NRC Proposes Sweeping Rule Changes to Accelerate Advanced Nuclear Fuel Development
The NRC proposes sweeping rule changes to streamline licensing for advanced nuclear fuel infrastructure and next-generation reactor deployment. This aims to reduce regulatory barriers, modernize processes, and support American leadership in nuclear energy.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentEnergyLegal Nuclear Regulatory CommissionNuclear energyAdvanced reactorsFuel cycleLicensingExecutive Order 14300ADVANCE ActU.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)
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NRC Finalizes Fee Rule for Greater Nuclear Project Cost Certainty
The NRC has finalized a new fee rule, capping licensing costs and reducing fees for nuclear energy projects. This aims to boost predictability, transparency, and accessibility, supporting Executive Order 14300 and streamlining operations for innovators.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentEnergyEconomyLegal Nuclear EnergyGovernment RegulationsLicensing FeesU.S. Nuclear Regulatory CommissionExecutive Order 14300Cost CertaintyRegulatory ReformU.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)
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Douglas W. Weaver Sworn In for New Term as NRC Commissioner
Douglas W. Weaver has been sworn in for a new five-year term as an NRC Commissioner, nominated by President Trump and confirmed by the Senate. He brings extensive experience to the nuclear regulatory body.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsEnergyLegal Douglas W. WeaverNRCCommissionerDonald J. TrumpU.S. SenateNuclear EnergyGovernmentU.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)
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NRC to Host Workshop on Advanced Reactor Materials
NRC staff will host a hybrid workshop on June 15 to discuss advanced reactor materials, design codes, and licensing. The event in Rockville, Md., and online, supports the agency's role in regulating nuclear technology and implementing reforms.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentEnergyLegal U.S. Nuclear Regulatory CommissionAdvanced Reactor TechnologyNuclear MaterialsWorkshopRockville, Md.ADVANCE ActNuclear EnergyU.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)
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Iowa Governor Signs Key Bills into Law
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds enacted a range of new laws, including internet age verification for minors, education reforms, and measures supporting nuclear energy and agriculture.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyEducationState GovernmentsEconomyEnergyEnvironmentLegalComputers and Internet Kim ReynoldsIowaLegislationBill SigningAge VerificationNuclear EnergyIowa Governors Office
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NRC Marks Year of Modernization, Accelerating Nuclear Energy Deployment
The NRC celebrates one year of modernization under President Trump's Executive Order 14300, achieving historic licensing milestones, implementing sweeping regulatory reforms, and restructuring to accelerate safe nuclear energy deployment for America's future.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyBusinessFederal GovernmentEnergyLegalEnvironmentEconomyGeneral Politics U.S. Nuclear Regulatory CommissionNuclear EnergyRegulatory ReformAdvanced ReactorsExecutive Order 14300LicensingDonald J TrumpU.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)
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NRC Chairman Nieh to Open Operation Gigawatt Summit with Utah Governor Cox
NRC Chairman Ho K. Nieh and Utah Gov. Spencer Cox will open the Operation Gigawatt Summit on May 22 to discuss nuclear energy's role in meeting growing U.S. electricity demand from AI and industry.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsEnergyArtificial IntelligenceEconomy Nuclear EnergyOperation Gigawatt SummitHo K. NiehSpencer CoxElectricity DemandUtahU.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)
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Finland Joins US-Led Initiative to Promote Responsible Small Modular Reactor Use
Finland becomes a contributing partner in the US-led FIRST program, aiming to advance global energy security and the responsible deployment of advanced nuclear energy technologies.
Science & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentBusinessEurope FinlandSmall Modular ReactorsNuclear EnergyFIRST ProgrammeEnergy SecurityNonproliferationFinland Government